The governor of Ebonyi, Dave Umahi has alleged the invasion of the state by “evil men” whom he said seek to harm its residents.
Umahi, however, said he will not to cower in the face of insecurity, nor will he stop visiting and inspecting ongoing projects.
Speaking on Monday in Abakaliki during a prayer session organised by the government over the security situation in the state, south-east and the country, he said: “Evil men have infiltrated our state to kill, maim and kidnap but God would deliver us,” he said.
“I believe strongly that an average Ebonyi person is happy with our administration and no one would accuse us of not performing.
“God has not given us the spirit of fear and I ask: who is there to stop me?
“We will walk the streets of Abakaliki without security as I will become sick if I don’t go for projects’ inspection.”
